Thursday, January 16, 2014

I Want Some, Maybe You Will, Too!

Let's go shopping!  Today is all about writerly products I drool over, long for, or love.  Maybe you'll find new obsessions after this (or share old ones) with me!

1.  http://www.amazon.com/Moleskine-Classic-Notebook-Large-Notebooks/dp/8883701127/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1389817139&sr=8-1&keywords=Moleskin+notebook
I have a leather-bound journal and I love it.  I've been wanting to try one of these.

2.  http://magneticpoetry.com/product/original-magnetic-poetry-kit
I love these (and have two)!  They are incredibly addictive if you love to mess around with words.  (The website even has a couple of free, electronic versions to play with.)

3.  http://www.officemax.com/office-supplies/pens-pencils-markers/pens/fine-writing/product-prod2820205?cm_mmc=Googlepla-_-Office Supplies-_-Pens and Pencils and and Markers-_-Pens&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=22117567
I've never had a Fountain Pen but always promise myself one when I publish my first collection.  Here's to hoping!

4.  https://secure.palmcoastd.com/pcd/eSv?iMagId=17801&i4Ky=I261
Poets & Writers is the only writers' magazine I subscribe to with regularity.  Most others barely touch poetry and hardly have interviews with poets or multicultural writers.

5.  http://chopeclark.com/shy-writer-reborn
I subscribe to Ms. Clark's newsletter and love what she has to say.  I rarely buy books but this is on my list to get.

6.  http://www.ebay.com/bhp/alphasmart-3000
While most models aren't manufactured anymore, it is easy to find them second-hand.  They are much cheaper than laptops, incredibly sturdy, with no internet distraction.  Just make sure the internal battery is good and that you have the right cable for your computer.  I have an Alphasmart 2000.

7.  http://www.staples.com/Post-it-Super-Sticky-6-inch-x-8-inch-Assorted-Jewel-Pop/product_592837
Large Post-It Notes are a must for planning certain novel scenes or, like me, you make lists for everything.

8.  My ultimate obsession right now:
http://www.philosophersguild.com/Literature
I love the Little Thinker dolls and finger puppets!  I would stick all the puppets to my refrigerator (they're magnetic on the back) and then stare at my Emily Dickinson doll, wondering what she'd say about my newest composition.
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What do you guys think?  What's your writerly obsession right now?




4 comments:

  1. These are so wonderful! I just splurged on products from The Strand, my favorite bookstore in NY. Are you keeping up with your beautiful poetry? I loved your last post on poetry and plagiarism, btw! Keep us posted on your multiple projects!!

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    1. The update is happening tomorrow.
      I thank you so much for the compliment on my poetry, it made me smile.

      I found this last night which gives more specific information than my plagiarism post: http://www.poetryfoundation.org/article/247130
      In case you're interested...

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  2. Oh fun! I love magnetic poetry!
    And post-it notes are definitely a must. Right now I'm into soundtracks for writing my scenes and the writer mugs at Cafe Press. :)

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    1. I've never heard of Cafe Press. I'll be sure to check them out.
      I like creating short pieces with music playing but don't think I could do it with longer works. Do you change music per chapter, character, or something different?

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